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Catania

Italy

Before You Go

When to Visit

April to June and September to October ideal (18-28°C/64-82°F). Summer very hot (30-35°C) but beach season. Winter mild. Base for Mount Etna visits.

Visa

Check requirements

EU/EEA citizens can enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian, and many other nationals can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within the Schengen Area.

Getting There

Transportation

By Air: Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) 7km from center, Sicily's busiest.

By Train: From Messina (90 min), Syracuse (1 hour), Palermo (3 hours).

By Ferry: From mainland Italy to Messina, then train/bus.

Language

Communication

Italian is official with Sicilian dialect. English in tourist areas.

Currency

Money matters

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted widely, cash for markets.

Getting Around

Local transport

Metro: One line (Circumetnea) useful for some areas (€1).

Buses: AMT network (€1).

Walking: Historic center walkable.

From the Airport

Arrival info

Alibus: To center (20 min, €4).

Taxi: €25-30 (20 min).

Markets and Shopping

Markets and Shopping

Mercato della Pescheria